About Veolia
Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation.
Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.
The Opportunity
Veolia is seeking Industrial Painter & Blasters to join the established coatings team for local work in the Brisbane, QLD area.
What's on offer
* Variety in daily work, opportunity to upskill, and exposure to new equipment.
* Plenty of overtime with lucrative penalty rates.
* Competitive pay rates and opportunities
What you'll be responsible for
* Ability to prepare surfaces using abrasive blast equipment to specifications.
* Coating application of both conventional and airless spray set ups to specifications.
* Ensure client policies and procedures are applied consistently across all activities
* Maintain the work area in a clean and safe manner at all times
* Act as the primary site-based client focal point for Protective Coatings and provide operational/technical supervision of works performed
* Take ownership for your own safety and that of colleagues and customers by following the Always Safe initiative
What you'll need to be successful
* Experience in a hands-on role within the industrial painting and blasting industry.
* Good understanding of blasting and coating processes.
* Desirable tickets include Working From Heights, Confined Space and EWP. (Don't worry if you don't, for the right candidate we will assist you with obtaining these)
* Current drivers licence, HR licence.
* Experience with blasting and spray equipment both single leg and plural pumps
* Sound knowledge regarding problem solving / Maintenance of basic blast/paint equipment
* Previous experience with PFP application (desirable)
* Commitment to maintaining safe work practices
* Ability to work both in teams and independently
* Ability to pass pre employment medical/drug and alcohol screen
* The onboarding process will require the successful candidate to pass a verification of competency in both facets of abrasive blast and protective coatings application.
Why Veolia?
At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:
* Generous paid parental leave and paid volunteer days
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave
* Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance
* Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family
* Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts
* Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan
* Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways
Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.
Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.
Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion
Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.
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Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.